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Job Title Research Assistant Professor
Position Title Research Assistant Professor
Job Category University Faculty
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Exempt
Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A)
Department Name DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
The Department of Cancer Biology at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) invites applications from basic and physician scientists for a non-tenure-track position at the Research Assistant Professor level. We are seeking a highly motivated molecular biologist and translational cancer researcher to join a new research laboratory. The successful candidate will lead and participate in studies focused on the molecular mechanisms underlying breast cancer initiation, progression, and tumor microenvironment interactions. Responsibilities include the design and execution of experiments using human and mouse breast cancer organoid cultures, established breast cancer cell lines, and mouse models of breast cancer, including xenograft, intraductal injection, and genetically engineered premalignant models. The candidate will perform and oversee molecular and cellular biology techniques, including cloning, flow cytometry, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), immunostaining, confocal microscopy, and tissue-based analyses. The position also involves the generation, analysis, and integration of high-throughput genomic datasets, including bulk and 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq. The candidate will apply advanced bioinformatics approaches to analyze sequencing data and integrate genomic information from public resources, including GWAS and eQTL datasets, to identify molecular pathways and candidate therapeutic targets relevant to breast cancer. The successful applicant will contribute to experimental design, data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and grant development. The position requires close collaboration with laboratory members and clinical and computational collaborators and offers opportunities for independent scientific development and leadership within ongoing research programs.
The Stritch School of Medicine, the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, and the Department of Cancer Biology are strongly collaborative research environments with substantial core facilities and integrated graduate education programs. Extramural research support is not required.
As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Qualifications
Required: PhD in Molecular Biology or a related science field. Extensive experience in molecular and cellular biology, cancer research, animal models, genomic technologies, and bioinformatic analysis.
Preferred: Demonstrated expertise in organoid culture systems, next-generation sequencing approaches, including 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, computational analysis of genomic datasets, and scientific publications. At least 4 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred.
Physical Demands
Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
Animals, Irregular Hours
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Required: PhD in Molecular Biology or a related science field. Extensive experience in molecular and cellular biology, cancer research, animal models, genomic technologies, and bioinformatic analysis.
Preferred: Demonstrated expertise in organoid culture systems, next-generation sequencing approaches, including 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, computational analysis of genomic datasets, and scientific publications. At least 4 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred.
Open Date 06/11/2026
Salary Range $70,000 – $85,000
Additional Salary Information
This salary range is for a twelve-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Position Details
Job Title Research Assistant Professor
Position Title Research Assistant Professor
Job Category University Faculty
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Exempt
Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A)
Department Name DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
The Department of Cancer Biology at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) invites applications from basic and physician scientists for a non-tenure-track position at the Research Assistant Professor level. We are seeking a highly motivated molecular biologist and translational cancer researcher to join a new research laboratory. The successful candidate will lead and participate in studies focused on the molecular mechanisms underlying breast cancer initiation, progression, and tumor microenvironment interactions. Responsibilities include the design and execution of experiments using human and mouse breast cancer organoid cultures, established breast cancer cell lines, and mouse models of breast cancer, including xenograft, intraductal injection, and genetically engineered premalignant models. The candidate will perform and oversee molecular and cellular biology techniques, including cloning, flow cytometry, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), immunostaining, confocal microscopy, and tissue-based analyses. The position also involves the generation, analysis, and integration of high-throughput genomic datasets, including bulk and 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq. The candidate will apply advanced bioinformatics approaches to analyze sequencing data and integrate genomic information from public resources, including GWAS and eQTL datasets, to identify molecular pathways and candidate therapeutic targets relevant to breast cancer. The successful applicant will contribute to experimental design, data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and grant development. The position requires close collaboration with laboratory members and clinical and computational collaborators and offers opportunities for independent scientific development and leadership within ongoing research programs.
The Stritch School of Medicine, the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, and the Department of Cancer Biology are strongly collaborative research environments with substantial core facilities and integrated graduate education programs. Extramural research support is not required.
As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Qualifications
Required: PhD in Molecular Biology or a related science field. Extensive experience in molecular and cellular biology, cancer research, animal models, genomic technologies, and bioinformatic analysis.
Preferred: Demonstrated expertise in organoid culture systems, next-generation sequencing approaches, including 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, computational analysis of genomic datasets, and scientific publications. At least 4 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred.
Physical Demands
Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
Animals, Irregular Hours
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Required: PhD in Molecular Biology or a related science field. Extensive experience in molecular and cellular biology, cancer research, animal models, genomic technologies, and bioinformatic analysis.
Preferred: Demonstrated expertise in organoid culture systems, next-generation sequencing approaches, including 10-cell RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, computational analysis of genomic datasets, and scientific publications. At least 4 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred.
Open Date 06/11/2026
Salary Range $70,000 – $85,000
Additional Salary Information
This salary range is for a twelve-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Florida43
- Texas A&M University36
- University of Kentucky36
- Florida International University27
- University of Minnesota21
Top Industries Hiring
- Education763
- Healthcare & Medical Services85
- Science & Research40
- Government & Public Sector10
- Non-Profit & Social Services6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research assistant professor jobs.
- PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field required
- Independent research experience with peer-reviewed publications
- Demonstrated ability to secure or contribute to extramural grant funding
- Proficiency with discipline-specific research tools, software, or laboratory techniques
- Experience mentoring graduate students or research staff
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for academic and public audiences
Tips for Your Research Assistant Professor Job Search
Tailor your CV to grant history
Hiring committees for research assistant professor roles weigh your funding record heavily. List every grant you've contributed to, your role on each, and the funding amount. A CV that buries this information beneath publications will lose to one that leads with it.
Align your research statement to departmental priorities
Read each department's active lab pages and recent publications before writing your statement. Show explicitly how your research agenda complements existing faculty work rather than duplicating it. Generic statements that could apply anywhere are the fastest way to get screened out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists research assistant professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Request recommendation letters from collaborators
For research assistant professor applications, letters from researchers outside your home institution carry more weight than those from your direct supervisor. Ask collaborators at other universities or institutes who can speak to your independence as a scientist or scholar.
Prepare a chalk talk for your job interview
Many research-intensive departments ask finalists to deliver a chalk talk, an informal presentation of your future research plans without slides. Practice explaining your five-year research trajectory out loud, anticipating methodological questions and funding strategy challenges from faculty.
Negotiate startup package before signing
Research assistant professor offers often include negotiable startup funds for equipment, personnel, or pilot studies. Know what your first experiments require and ask for it in writing during the offer stage. Departments expect negotiation here and rarely rescind offers because of it.
Research Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most research assistant professors?
The companies hiring the most research assistant professors right now include University of Florida, Texas A&M University, and University of Kentucky, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Research universities and academic medical centers consistently account for the majority of postings.
How many research assistant professor jobs are remote?
About 2% of research assistant professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though most positions require on-site presence for lab work, clinical research, or departmental responsibilities. Roles in computational research, data science, epidemiology, and qualitative social sciences are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a research assistant professor?
Becoming a research assistant professor typically requires completing a doctoral degree, followed by postdoctoral training to build an independent publication record and establish a research focus. From there, you apply to open positions at universities or research institutes, submitting a CV, research statement, and teaching statement. Strong letters of recommendation and evidence of grant competitiveness are essential at every stage.
Can you get hired as a research assistant professor with little experience?
Getting hired as a research assistant professor with limited experience is difficult but possible if you have a recently completed doctorate, at least a few first-author publications, and a clear research agenda. Some institutions prioritize early-career candidates who bring a fresh research direction that complements existing faculty. Postdoctoral experience is not always required, but it strengthens applications significantly at research-intensive departments.
What does the research assistant professor interview process look like?
The research assistant professor interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen with a search committee, followed by an on-campus visit lasting one to two days. During the campus visit, candidates deliver a formal research seminar, meet individually with faculty and department leadership, and may give a chalk talk outlining future research plans. Final candidates are evaluated on fit with departmental goals, funding potential, and collegiality.
Where can I find and apply to research assistant professor jobs?
You can find and apply to research assistant professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from universities, research institutes, and academic medical centers across the United States. Find roles that match your research focus and experience level, then apply directly to each listing.
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